A powerful video explaining Native American history, colonialism, and the boarding school era that resulted in intergenerational trauma. The video also addresses the resiliency of Native people with an inspirational message. Watch Video Here Source: The StyleHorse Collective. “We Shall Remain.” YouTube video, 6:16. Posted [August 21, 2014]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs0iwY6YjSk&feature=youtu.be
In each of these communities: Eskasoni First Nation, Esketmc First Nation, Hollow Water First Nation, Mnjikaning First Nation, Squamish First Nation, and Waywayseecappo First Nation) key healing personnel gave many hours and in some cases, days of their time grappling with very challenging and difficult questions related to the ongoing healing work in their communities […]
19 staff members and clients met in a Native American healing lodge and discussed their therapeutic approach to healing from historical trauma. The healing process was composed of 4 components: 1) Counselors recognized the pain carried by their clients resulted in dysfunction which (for some) led to substance abuse. 2) Clients acknowledged their pain and the manifestations […]
A guide that offers suggestions for tribes regarding their rights under ICWA: 1) develop and update code while making sure policies are in place to protect children. 2) Tribal presence and representation during all matters and proceedings. 3) Ensure all involved (advocates, attorneys, etc.) are informed and involved in the entire process. 4) Know ICWA […]
Project Description: The Carlisle Indian Industrial School was established and operated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs between 1879 and 1918. Many young Native American students died of illness or disease while attending the school. At least 180 Native American students are buried in the Carlisle Barracks Post Cemetery (CBPC). The Army is working with […]
Native advocacy groups file a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request with the Bureau of Indian Education for boarding school records but get no helpful response. Native Americans are frustrated at the government’s lack of accountability for hundreds (possibly thousands) of children whose fates remain unknown. Read Article Here Read PDF Here Source: www.voanews.com, Native […]
American Indian and Alaskan Native youth (AA/AN) experience trauma at higher rates than other youth in the U.S. This, in tandem with intergenerational trauma has led to substance abuse, mental health issues, suicide, violence, and chronic behavioral issues in Native communities. Mathematica Policy Research submits a report to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services […]
This is a chapter from the book Healing and Mental Health for Native Americans: Speaking in Red. In the chapter the author, Maria Yellow Horse Brave Heart, explains how historical trauma has particularly impacted Native Americans and is then passed on to subsequent generations. This trauma manifests itself ways such as mental health issues, substance […]
The Chilocco Indian School was established in Oklahoma and operated for nearly a century. While many consider the Indian Boarding School era to be an effort towards cultural annihilation, the author has students tell their complex stories from their time at the school. The interviews are filled with stories of despair and loneliness, but also […]
This book is geared towards young adults and offers first person perspectives of Canadian residential schools. More than 70 survivors contributed to this book, which includes archived and contemporary photographs. Book Available for Purchase Here Source: Oskiniko Loyie, Wayne K. Spear and Constance Brissenden, Brantford, Ontario, Indigenous Education Press, 2014
